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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Phillip Island to Cairns

Composite routes from Phillip Island to Cairns

Cheapest
35 h 8 min
Car
2948 km.
from $162
Other
8 h 59 min
Bus, Train
2396 km.
from $194.43
2 d 8 h 29 min
Bus, Train
2396 km.
from $336.48
2 d 13 h 9 min
2395 km.
from $523.64
13 h 26 min
Bus, Train
2396 km.
from $357.48
11 h 37 min
Bus, Train
2396 km.
from $268.35
2 d 8 h 45 min
Bus, Train
2396 km.
from $336.48

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.22

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Ventnor Beach Rd/Gap Rd to Station
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.82–$9.24
Bus from Wimbeldon Heights to Koo
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.60–$8.15
Bus from Ventnor Beach Rd/Gap Rd to Dandenong
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.92–$9.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Cranbourne to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.30

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Wimbeldon Heights to Koo
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.80–$6.61
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.80–$6.61

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$543.48
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Cairns is to bus and train and fly which costs $97.83 - $293.48 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Cairns is to bus and train and fly which takes 8h 59m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Phillip Island and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Phillip Island to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wimbeldon Heights and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Koo Wee Rup Station, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Phillip Island to Cairns?

The distance between Phillip Island and Cairns is 2484 km. The road distance is 2949.7 km.

How do I travel from Phillip Island to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Phillip Island to Cairns without a car is to bus and train and night train which takes 2 days 8h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Phillip Island to Cairns?

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Phillip Island to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phillip Island to Cairns bus from?

Phillip Island to Cairns bus services, operated by V/Line, depart from Wimbeldon Heights station.

Where does the Phillip Island to Cairns bus arrive?

Phillip Island to Cairns bus services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Koo Wee Rup Station.

What is the time difference between Phillip Island and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Phillip Island. It is currently 19:23 in Phillip Island and 18:23 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Phillip Island to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Phillip Island to Cairns is 2950 km. It takes approximately 35h 1m to drive from Phillip Island to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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